Llyn Ogwen with Ogwen Cottage at the Lake head
Not content with depositing an Aldi supermarket on the summit of Wales's highest mountain. OK...it's not a real Aldi it just looks like one...The aesthetically challanged Snowdonia National Park Authority are hoping to build a new visitors centre in the heart of the Ogwen Valley.
Architects have apparently 'drawn up a design after consulting outdoor activity providers' ? The National Park Authority says the current warden building is cramped and unappealing. The park's director of land management Emyr Williams said: "The old facilities here are not fit for purpose and don't meet the expectations of today's visitor.""Through this initiative, our intention is to transform the centre and create an attractive gateway to Snowdonia which will, in turn, improve people's understanding and enjoyment of Cwm Idwal.
"This Cwm is the star attraction for visitors and, by improving the facilities here, we hope to attract a broader audience and more leisure opportunities in the area."
The work will be overseen and paid for by the Cwm Idwal Partnership, made up of the Snowdonia National Park Authority, the Countryside Council for Wales, and the National Trust.
Finance has come from the assembly government's Communities and Nature (CAN) strategic project, backed by European funding.
Architect company Dewis has produced a design based on consultation with outdoor education leaders and activity providers.The centre would include office space for site managers and enterprises, an interpretation area, refreshments, toilets, parking and 24-hour access to information.
A 350-metre path to complete a lower level circular walk around Llyn Idwal is also included.
Consultation sessions will be held at local venues from Monday 4 to Thursday 7 April.
Those who come to Ogwen Valley for its natural beauty and to participate in outdoor activities must question why in an area which is already highly popular although with limited accomodation and parking facilities,needs to 'attract a broader audience' . Does Ogwen really need more visitors. Does it need a 24 hour visitor/information centre and a walkway around Llyn Idwal ?
Have your say. For further information on SNPA planning procedures write to....
Mr. Aled Sturkey
Director of Planning and Cultural Heritage
Snowdonia National Park Authority
National Park Offices
Penrhyndeudraeth
LL48 6LF
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